Improving Access to Community Therapies (iACT®) is one of the services from Mind HK. Trained Wellbeing Practitioners will offer initial assessment and early intervention for people dealing with mild to moderate symptoms of depression, anxiety, or other emotional difficulties.
The service includes 6-8 sessions of low-intensity psychological support, the flexibility of the service allows individuals to receive free and timely support when needed.
If you’re aged between 18 – 65 and are facing some emotional challenges, we would like to invite you to take an online assessment for us to gain a better understanding of your current emotional struggles.
If you’re eligible, we’ll get you connected with a Wellbeing Practitioner within two weeks to sort out the next steps.
| Monthly Household Income | Fee Per Session |
|---|---|
| ≤ HK$ 20,000 | Free |
| HK$ 20,001 – HK$ 40,000 | HK$ 150 |
| >HK$ 40,000 | HK$ 300 |
All payments made are non-refundable. If you are facing special circumstances, please let us know. We may consider a refund on a case-by-case basis depending on your specific situation.
Yes. In addition to income-based waivers, you may choose to receive support from a Trainee Wellbeing Practitioner or an Alumni Wellbeing Practitioner volunteer. In these instances, fees are waived, though wait times may be longer.
You may reschedule your appointment up to two times during your service period. Please note that all changes must be made at least two working days prior to your scheduled session.
Yes, you may choose to discontinue the service at any time.
The service runs for about 3 months and includes 6-8 support sessions, tailored to your needs.
We encourage you to attend all sessions and actively practice the tips and exercises provided by your Wellbeing Practitioner.
We take your privacy seriously. Your chats with the Wellbeing Practitioner are confidential.
We won’t share any of your info unless you’ve provided consent or if there are risks detected.
This programme isn’t suitable for people facing emergencies, major setbacks, or those diagnosed with serious or complex mental health conditions.
If you’re having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, this programme might not meet your needs, so please seek help right away. You can check out Mind HK’s “Find Help Now” page for immediate information and services.
Most of our Wellbeing Practitioners have backgrounds in psychology or counselling and are passionate about mental health. They’ve gone through about 140 hours of intensive training and completed at least 120 hours of supervised clinical practice over 9 months to ensure the quality of service.
They’re trained by accredited local experts in the mental health field, including clinical psychologists, counselling psychologists, counsellors, and psychiatrists. Plus, we regularly check how effective our services are. All service outputs and performances are subject to consistent monitoring.
This programme welcomes anyone between the ages of 18 and 65 who may be feeling lost or facing emotional difficulties. Please note that this programme is not suitable for individuals diagnosed with severe or complex mental health conditions.
This programme is not suitable for individuals diagnosed with severe or complex mental health conditions, but suitable for those who experience mild to severe moderate anxiety, mild to moderate depression, or other emotional challenges. If you are currently experiencing a major setback or even having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, please visit the “Find Help Now” page on our Mind HK’s website for immediate information and services.
After signing up, our Wellbeing Practitioner will contact you within two weeks to schedule a convenient time for a 45-minute conversation, either via video or phone call, according to your preference. During the conversation, the Wellbeing Practitioner will understand your current situation and help you gain a better understanding of your emotional state based on the questionnaire you filled out during application. Additionally, they will provide recommendations for appropriate community resources based on your needs, helping you take an important first step in taking care of your mental health.
Although the intervention procedure is mostly standardised, Wellbeing Practitioners will work flexibly with clients to address individual presenting problems and unique characteristics.
Our Wellbeing Practitioners are trained to support people who experience mild to moderate mental health difficulties primarily. This programme is not suitable for the situations mentioned above. If you are currently experiencing a major setback or even having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, please visit the “Find Help Now” page on our Mind HK’s website for immediate information and services.
Your conversations with the Wellbeing Practitioner are absolutely confidential. Any information about you will not be shared with anyone without your consent unless you or others are at immediate risk or the Wellbeing Practitioner has reason to believe that you may be in imminent danger.
Supervisors will monitor trainees’ development throughout the placement to ensure that they are meeting the required level of competency to pass the training course at the end of the placement.
Yes, it is necessary to book an appointment in advance by filling out the form. Additionally, you can select one of the five stores yourself. We will allocate clients to different Wellbeing Practitioners based on their chosen location.
Before having the conversation, we will ask you to fill out a basic questionnaire for preliminary screening assessment. This screening process aims to ensure that the training received by the Wellbeing Practitioners is sufficient to meet the needs of the individuals receiving the service. If it is determined after the screening assessment that the service is not suitable for you, Mind HK will provide alternative recommendations to ensure your safety and support.
For adults who are suitable for this service, all Wellbeing Practitioners have received training on how to identify and respond to safety and risk issues. If you have any concerns about the support process, the Wellbeing Practitioners have appropriate measures in place and will develop response plans based on the urgency of the situation. They can also access support from clinical practitioners from Mind HK or participating organisations.
Mind HK provides 4 themes of mental health training, including: Supporting Self, Supporting Others, Family Wellbeing and DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion).
Check out the brochure here for more information.
Mind HK provides a wide range of standardised mental health training, which can be tailored to different circumstances. Chat with our team to explore more!
Our trainers come from a diverse, accredited pool of clinically experienced professionals. Check out our trainers’ biographies here.
Yes, the Mental Health First Aid class of Mind HK is internationally accredited by the MHFA International. The content and certification is delivered by trainers certified from the Mental Health Association of Hong Kong. You can find out our trainers accreditation here.
We are here to support your mental health education journey! Reach out to us and chat with our team.
Free 1-on-1 Career Consultation
Introduction to iACT
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hjk_OJ2SnSQ&t=1s
Feeling stuck or anxious about your future? Mind HK is offering a free Career Consultation service for youths aged 16-25. In a 45-minute session based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), we will assist you in navigating negative emotions such as self-doubt, clarify your goals, and provide you with a personalised Action Guide to help you move forward!
Sessions are available online (Currently only available in Cantonese).
This programme is not suitable for individuals diagnosed with severe or complex mental health conditions.
Service Details
Enrol Career Consultation
Referral Form
(For organisation staff only)
How it works?
Eligible Participants
The programme is suitable for youths aged 16-25 who…
Benefits of participating in this service
Free of Charge
This service is fully funded, allowing us to provide free services for you
Flexible Scheduling
You can schedule the meeting time flexibly
Confidential
The meeting content will be kept confidential
FAQ
If you’re aged between 16 – 25 and are facing some emotional challenges, we would like to invite you to take an online assessment for us to gain a better understanding of your current emotional struggles.
If you’re eligible, we’ll get you connected with a Wellbeing Practitioner within two weeks to sort out the next steps.
This programme isn’t suitable for people facing emergencies, major setbacks, or those diagnosed with serious or complex mental health conditions.
If you’re having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, this programme might not meet your needs, so please seek help right away. You can check out Mind HK’s “Find Help Now” page for immediate information and services.
After signing up, our Wellbeing Practitioner will contact you within two weeks to schedule a convenient time for a 45-minute conversation via video call. During the conversation, the Wellbeing Practitioner will understand your current situation and help you gain a better understanding of your emotional state based on the questionnaire you filled out during application. Additionally, they will provide recommendations for appropriate community resources based on your needs, helping you take an important first step in taking care of your mental health.
We take your privacy seriously. Your chats with the Wellbeing Practitioner are confidential.
We won’t share any of your info unless you’ve provided consent or if there are risks detected.
Before the conversation, we will ask you to fill out a basic questionnaire for preliminary screening assessment. This screening process aims to ensure that the training received by the Wellbeing Practitioners is sufficient to meet the needs of the individuals receiving the service. If it is determined after the screening assessment that the service is not suitable for you, Mind HK will provide alternative recommendations to ensure your safety and support.
For youths suitable for this service, all Wellbeing Practitioners have received training on how to identify and respond to safety and risk issues. If you have any concerns about the support process, the Wellbeing Practitioners have appropriate measures in place and will develop response plans based on the urgency of the situation. They can also access support from clinical practitioners from Mind HK or participating organisations.
If you’re aged between 16 – 25 and are facing some emotional challenges, we would like to invite you to take an online assessment for us to gain a better understanding of your current emotional struggles.
If you’re eligible, we’ll get you connected with a Wellbeing Practitioner within two weeks to sort out the next steps.
This programme isn’t suitable for people facing emergencies, major setbacks, or those diagnosed with serious or complex mental health conditions.
If you’re having thoughts of suicide or self-harm, this programme might not meet your needs, so please seek help right away. You can check out Mind HK’s “Find Help Now” page for immediate information and services.
After signing up, our Wellbeing Practitioner will contact you within two weeks to schedule a convenient time for a 45-minute conversation via video call. During the conversation, the Wellbeing Practitioner will understand your current situation and help you gain a better understanding of your emotional state based on the questionnaire you filled out during application. Additionally, they will provide recommendations for appropriate community resources based on your needs, helping you take an important first step in taking care of your mental health.
We take your privacy seriously. Your chats with the Wellbeing Practitioner are confidential.
We won’t share any of your info unless you’ve provided consent or if there are risks detected.
Before the conversation, we will ask you to fill out a basic questionnaire for preliminary screening assessment. This screening process aims to ensure that the training received by the Wellbeing Practitioners is sufficient to meet the needs of the individuals receiving the service. If it is determined after the screening assessment that the service is not suitable for you, Mind HK will provide alternative recommendations to ensure your safety and support.
For youths suitable for this service, all Wellbeing Practitioners have received training on how to identify and respond to safety and risk issues. If you have any concerns about the support process, the Wellbeing Practitioners have appropriate measures in place and will develop response plans based on the urgency of the situation. They can also access support from clinical practitioners from Mind HK or participating organisations.
Contact Us
+852 3643 0869
Mind HK is expecting to train nearly 130 Wellbeing Practitioners by 2025.
Throughout the pilot programme (2021-2024), we are committed to creating a systematic, comprehensive, and high-quality training framework through the iACT service. Our goal is to deliver evidence-based mental health support that is accessible and affordable for those in need across Hong Kong.
All our Wellbeing Practitioners must complete complete an intensive hybrid training programme, followed by a placement where practitioners must achieve 120 hours of direct clinical experience to deliver low-intensity guided support to individuals experiencing mild to moderate depression or anxiety.
Interested in becoming a Wellbeing Practitioner?
We would like to sincerely thank the following institutions:
Healthymind Centre
Charitable Choice Limited
Fu Hong Society
Yuen Long Town Hall
Aberdeen Kaifong Welfare Association
Hong Kong PHAB Association
The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups (HKFYG)
The Mental Health Association of Hong Kong
Society for Community Organization
Lap-Chee College
Mind HK (Online Service)
HKU SPACE Po Leung Kuk Stanley Ho Community College
Hong Kong Expressive Arts Therapy Service Center
Joyful (Mental Health) Foundation
St John's Cathedral Counselling Services
Baptist Oi Kwan Social Service
Lingnan Institute of Further Education, Lingnan University
Central Health
Central Minds
Run HK
The WYNG Foundation
*To learn more about the services these organisations provide, please get in touch with them directly.
Advisory Committee
Professor Paul WONG
Assistant Professor, Department of Social Work and Social Administration, HKU
Dr Michelle TAM
Psychiatrist
Dr Samuel WONG
Professor, School of Public Health and Primary Care, CUHK
Vivien FONG
Baptist Oi Kwan Social Service
Mr Ikey CHEUNG
Speech Therapist, Member of Advisory Committee on Mental Health
Mr Chung Ping SIT
Former iACT Wellbeing Practitioner, iACT Wellbeing Practitioner Alumni
Research Advisors
Prof Patrick LEUNG
Research Professor, Department of Psychology, CUHK
Dr Amanda CHEUNG
Research Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, HKU
Prof Shirley HUNG
Professor, Department of Social Work, HKBU
Prof Mike SO
Professor, Department of Information Systems, Business Statistics and Operations Management, HKUST
Dr Elisabeth WONG
Specialist in Psychiatry, Mind HK Board Advisor
Thanks to the generous support of sponsoring organisations, we are currently able to offer the service free of charge to individuals seeking assistance.
